Veterinarian | Western Cape, Northern Suburbs

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Overview This role is for a Veterinarian at Optivet, located in the Western Cape, Northern Suburbs. The position offers a balance between professional development and personal wellbeing, as there are no after-hours duties; patients requiring overnight or intensive care are referred to nearby specialists. This structure allows the veterinary team to focus on delivering high-quality clinical care within sustainable working hours. What you will do * Ensure all team members provide quality and ethical care to all clients and their pets. * Assess, examine, and diagnose patients’ medical issues. * Perform surgery, dress, and treat wounds. * Perform diagnostic laboratory, imaging and ultrasound testing where required. * Prescribe medication. * Promote preventative care by advocating and administering routine vaccinations and immunisations. * Educate clients on positive lifestyle choices for pets. * Euthanise patients if and when needed. * Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures. * Maintain patients’ medical records. Requirements (from the original advert) * BVSc Degree * SAVC Registration * Updated CPD Points * Approximately 2–3 years of small animal clinical experience (preferred, but newly qualified are also considered) * Excellent Communication Skills, Verbal and Written * Relationship-building abilities and a love for animals * Valid Driver’s License * Fluent in Afrikaans & English Who should apply The ideal candidate is a qualified and SAVC-registered Veterinarian, preferably with approximately 2–3 years of small animal clinical experience. Newly qualified veterinarians who possess the right attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/veterinarian-western-cape-northern-suburbs-optivet-2 Source: myjobmag

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